Upton Under Scrutiny Over Treasury Draws
Wichita figure Upton, known as the Favored One, has drawn over 1700 from the Treasury. The text lists numerous expenses and examinations charged to various insurance and railway related matters, with references to his role, February start, and widespread scrutiny of admin methods and expense items.
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Fire and political rounds blur a city and world scene
A late summer fire in a U S city disrupts events hosted by veterans groups as officials, gathered in Union Square, plan a national flag honoring and commended leaders including General Bark. Simultaneous dispatches from Europe report Bulgaria's mobilization rumors denied andTurkish diplomacy over Macedonia unsettled, with London officials noting no joint naval display planned.
Grant ArmA of the Republic elects officers in 1904
The Grant Arm a of the Republic held an election on August 21 1904 to set leadership. Commander-in-chief Gen. John Binck of Illinois senior vice commander Cal C. Masson Keen of California junior vice commander Cal Barry Keenter of Montana burgeon-in-chief George A. Thermon of Gio chaplain in chief Winter cof Arizona were selected with two ballots cast amid contested voting.
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Demands Are Met as Russian Squadron Withdraws
Official advices from Pagis report the Russian squadron off Innda will leave Turkish waters within days after Turkey gave assurances meeting Russian demands. Bulgaria feels the situation. England and Italy plan no demonstration. The withdrawal is attributed to Turkey's assurances and Russia's own wishes.
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Ininda
Turkey
Russia
Will Open Two Ports in China Says Minister Dispatch
Chinese minister acting Secretary of State reveals a dispatch confirming plans to open two ports in China. The message notes timing after October X and an American demand. Government advisers say the United States should yield to facilitate faster agreement.
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Liang
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SLOWLY SINKING
Fragmentary report from London dated August 71 notes a lord still alive after a near sinking while another item mentions scores in American cities with scattered numbers and partial names. The text is garbled but indicates a late-19th or early-20th century wire service style update with uncertain accuracy.
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Oxynon
Moeser brothers sell largest cold storage in the West
Continental Creamery buys the Moeser ice and cold storage plant and plans to double capacity. A new addition will be built on Second Street across from the plant to expand facilities. The creamery now handles 75,000 pounds of butter daily, with churns producing up to 100,000 pounds and a forthcoming target of 130,000 pounds. 254 workers are employed.
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Morsere
Nation Smokes Out Disruption in Bayonne Court
Carvie Nation harangued a crowd on First Street warning against cigarette smoking and knocked cigars from smokers' mouths. She refused police orders to stop, defended herself in court, and was fined 10 in recent coins, then left.
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N. J
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Stall Bays
Nearing the Close at San Francisco Grand Army Encampment
Grand Army veterans and Ladies auxiliary conclude business and dedicate remaining time to sightseeing. The encampment holds an executive session to receive committee reports and finalize actions while the Woman's Relief Corps and Ladies of the Grand Army also meet in secret. Thousands visit Oakland for Lake Merritt entertainment and a large campfire planned at Mechanic's Hall.
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Bay
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Mechanic’s Pay
Weather Article Reflects Cool Conditions Across Kansas
A weather bulletin reports no rain from Une stations in Kansas and nearby areas. Temperatures rose across many locales with highs reaching the upper 60s and 70s in Concordia Hays and Wichita while Des Moines and Minneapolis districts saw light showers. The forecast calls for generally fair weather tonight and Saturday with light southerly winds around 10 miles per hour.
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Topeka Matrimonial Agency Case Sparks Arrests Revealed
A Topeka investigation uncovers a fraudulent matrimonial scheme run from 20 East Fourth Street. Esther Brooke aided Mrs. Cook whose ruse targeted men via letters and post office tricks. Police, led by Chief Carl Goff, arrested Mrs. Cook after tracing letters to Mrs. Jane Summitt and Mrs. Sarah Jones.
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Topeka
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Mre Cook
State Journal
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A Shawee
Letter fragments link Mrs Cook to fraud case in Topeka
Detectives report handwriting on letters found under Mrs Cook’s window resembles hers, though she denies involvement. Two other women are implicated as writing contributions while all lived at 2b Hast Pours Street. The Cook family plans to move to Kansas City after remaining quarters.
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Six Men in a Boat Arrested for Filibustering
Chicago dispatch reports six men who sailed from Chicago a year ago aboard the Mercury to patrol toward Patagonia are under arrest at Turks Island. Texas cowboy Corrigan led them, claiming a map to a rival gold mine. authorities seized the schooner and await investigation of ownership and the elapsed time since papers were issued.
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Mock War Seizes Portland As Secret Service Issues Alert
Aug 21 Portland Maine reports a mock invasion with detachments of army and the North Atlantic squadron to take part over ten days. The fleet, allegedly approaching from the topics, is said to anchor at Rockland for two days before appearing in harbor. Local defenses mobilize as militia and state forces camp and prepare, with reinforcements from elsewhere to assist. General Chaffee to command ground forces and Rear Admiral Barker to lead the enemy fleet in the staged operation.
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London Regrets Liptons Shamrock Performance
London papers harshly critique Shamrock II for failing to recapture the Americas Cup in any wind. They contend yesterday’s race revealed little about merit, noting improved seamanship by Captain Barr but wind disappointments at Sandy Hook, urging a more reliable course for future trials.
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Taylor deposition ends in Powers case reading
In Georgetown Kentucky August 21 the deposition of former Governor Taylor was concluded after a lengthy session. The court excluded 15 questions about pardons and political balance of the 1900 General Assembly and surrounding issues. Incompetent actions and related matters were noted.
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Kentucky
Gun Brought Under Control Aboard Revenue Cutter Gresham
On patrol for a yacht race the Hotchkiss gun on the revenue cutter Gresham broke loose rolling with the swell. The crew and a brave gunner secured the 1,800 pound weapon amid danger, preventing a possible disaster as the gun battered the hull. The crew worked to lash it down while dodging the rolling deck.
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Hin
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Hen ‘Hind
Eberhardts Lost in Midwest Doubles Tennis Final
In Omaha on August 21 Sanderson and Holland of Galesburg defeated Frank and Fred Eberhardt of Salina Kansas in the championship doubles final despite wind and dust affecting the Salinas. The match featured superb teamwork and close sets with Holland and Sanderson winning 7-6 4-6 4-6 6-4 6-1.
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Til
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Kun
Hofland
Banderson
Seber
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Fred Eberhardt
Satlna
Japan to build yacht for America's Cup defense
New York reports Lt Cmdr Ikan Takeshiri vows Japan will prepare a racer to enter the next International Trials. He aims to field a yacht against America or England, asserting Japan will win if able to fund and build a swift craft.
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Rails contract awards in Baltimore for steel deliveries
Baltimore August 21 The Baltimore 2 One med contracts announce steel rail deliveries totaling 190000 tons. Carnegie company to ship 36000 tons Cambria State iron works 10000 tons and other Maryland mills contribute.
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